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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LT59 NBOMOT history

LT59 NBO is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 20 Aug 2026 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 179,432 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2025.

LT59 NBO grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Aug 2026
Mileage
179,432 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2025
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,170 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT59 NBO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
2 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT59 NBO was last recorded at 179,432 miles on 21 Aug 2025, 6,226 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,206 miles · 26 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
6,226 miles
Average per year
9,170 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 179,432 miles
  • 2024 – 173,206 miles
  • 2023 – 165,859 miles
  • 2022 – 150,337 miles
  • 2021 – 139,954 miles
  • 2020 – 137,122 miles
  • 2019 – 128,996 miles
  • 2017 – 118,961 miles
  • 2016 – 116,038 miles
  • 2015 – 109,811 miles
  • 2014 – 100,431 miles
  • 2013 – 89,010 miles
  • 2012 – 60,054 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,432 miles
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 14 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,432 miles (+6,226)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    179,432 miles
    Test number
    647356098031
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  2. Pass173,206 miles (+7,347)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    173,206 miles
    Test number
    829603301426
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper & lower both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass165,859 miles (+15,522)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    165,859 miles
    Test number
    978526131084
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass150,337 miles (+10,383)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    150,337 miles
    Test number
    906789253780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil offside/nearside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside/nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass139,954 miles (+2,832)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    139,954 miles
    Test number
    152481501560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass137,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    137,122 miles
    Test number
    214022070842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail137,122 miles (+8,126)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,122 miles
    Test number
    598769141945
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass128,996 miles (+10,035)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    128,996 miles
    Test number
    444805639821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,961 miles (+2,923)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    118,961 miles
    Test number
    756643697298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass116,038 miles (+6,227)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    116,038 miles
    Test number
    719358541612
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  11. Pass109,811 miles (+9,380)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    109,811 miles
    Test number
    659206269865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass100,431 miles (+11,421)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    100,431 miles
    Test number
    316863434419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  13. Pass89,010 miles (+28,956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    89,010 miles
    Test number
    315902753218
    • AdvisoryRadius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  14. Fail60,054 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,054 miles
    Test number
    567087722260
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  15. Pass60,054 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    60,054 miles
    Test number
    598727722258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about LT59 NBO

Does LT59 NBO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LT59 NBO expired on 20 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LT59 NBO?
The MOT on LT59 NBO expired on 20 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LT59 NBO done?
LT59 NBO was recorded at 179,432 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2025, an average of 9,170 miles a year.
Has LT59 NBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT59 NBO has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on LT59 NBO ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LT59 NBO find?
LT59 NBO passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2025 with 5 advisories: anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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